If you’re looking for a roofing company Northampton homeowners can call for proper repairs and tidy work, you’re in the right place. AJ Scutchings & Son do roofing and guttering jobs across Northampton and nearby areas, and we’ve been doing it for over 35 years.
Most people get in touch because something’s gone wrong. A leak shows up after heavy rain and it wasn’t there last week. A few tiles have slipped and you can see daylight where you should not. Gutters are overflowing and you’ve got streaks down the brickwork. It might look small at first but it usually is not.
We’re based in Kempston, Bedfordshire, so our team are not far away. And we’re used to working on modern homes and older properties too, the ones that need a bit more care so they still look right.
When you ring a roofer you want straight answers. What’s causing the problem and what needs doing. What can wait and what can’t. And what it’s likely to cost.
That’s how we do it.
We come out, we inspect the roof, we explain what we’re seeing. No jargon. If it’s a small fix, we’ll say so. If it’s bigger than it looks, we’ll show you why and talk through the sensible next step.
We’re fully insured. We take health and safety seriously as well, because roofing can go wrong fast if it’s rushed.
Roof repairs are the bread and butter. A lot of issues come down to the same few things, you see them again and again.
The important bit is this. We don’t just patch the one obvious spot and disappear. Leaks often travel before they show up inside, so we check around the area too. That’s usually how you stop the same leak coming back next winter.
And if you’ve got water coming in, it’s worth sorting sooner rather than later. Water gets into timber, insulation, ceilings. Then the job gets bigger.
Flat roofs are common round Northampton. Extensions, garages, porches, sometimes a section on a commercial unit.
We can help with flat roof repairs and replacements, and we work with the usual systems:
Different coverings fail in different ways, so the fix needs to match the roof. We’ll tell you what you’ve got and what makes sense for it.
Sometimes a repair is the right call. But sometimes it’s just delaying the inevitable and you end up paying twice.
If the roof is tired, or it’s had too many repairs over the years, a full replacement can be the better option long term. It can stop the cycle of leaks and call-outs, and you get peace of mind when the weather turns.
We’ll talk through things like:
If you’re a landlord or you manage a few properties, we can plan things in stages as well. That helps you avoid emergency leaks at the worst time, because those always happen on a Friday night don’t they.
Leadwork is one of those jobs that shows who knows what they’re doing.
Flashing around chimneys, abutments and valleys has to be fitted properly because lead expands and contracts with temperature. When it fails, water finds a way in quickly and it can make a mess inside.
We do lead flashing installation and repairs in Northampton, and the work is carried out to British Standards. We’re careful with the details because that’s what keeps it watertight.
If you’ve noticed staining around a chimney breast, damp patches upstairs, or flashing that looks loose or split, get it checked. It’s often a smaller job if you catch it early.
Gutters get ignored until they overflow. Then you’ve got damp, peeling paint, and water running where it shouldn’t.
We do gutter repairs and replacements in Northamptonshire, including downpipes, and roofline work like fascias and soffits. It’s not glamorous work, but it matters. It controls where the rainwater goes, and that protects the walls and the foundations.
Aluminium is a good option if you want something long-lasting and low maintenance. We install aluminium guttering systems and we can help you choose a style that suits the building. Some profiles are made to look similar to traditional cast iron, so you can keep the look without the upkeep.
For period homes and listed buildings, cast iron can be the right fit. It looks the part and it’s durable when installed properly. The cast iron systems we reference include products that meet British Standards specifications and have third-party accreditation.
We’ve been working since the late 1980s, and we’ve seen a lot of roofs in Northampton. Terraced houses, semis, bigger period places, commercial buildings too. That’s why people come to us as a roofing company Northampton can rely on when something’s not right.
Our reputation is built on simple things. Turning up. Being clear. Doing the job properly. Keeping things tidy.
Northamptonshire weather does what it does, one week it’s driving rain, next week it’s wind that lifts ridges and shifts tiles. And older materials wear out. That’s normal. The key is getting the right fix, not a quick patch that looks ok for a month.
Being local also helps. We’re not a national firm with a call centre. We’re nearby, and we do actually pick up the phone.
Here’s what usually happens:
We’ve been doing this for decades, so we’ve seen most problems before. And because we cover Northampton as part of the wider areas we work in, we’re set up to support both one-off repairs and ongoing maintenance.
If you’re a homeowner or business owner in Northampton in need of roofing or guttering services that you can rely on, AJ Scutchings & Son are a roofing company Northampton people call for straight advice and tidy work.. From minor fixes to full roof replacements, we provide honest advice, quality workmanship, and long-lasting results that you can enjoy for years to come. For more information about our roofing services in Northampton, please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 07708506553, or complete our online enquiry form and a member of our team will be in touch with you as soon as possible.
